Usconec
Manufacturing Engineer
Hickory, North Carolina, United States. Posted a month ago
The role
The Manufacturing Engineer will design and optimize manufacturing systems, including precision molds, processes, and metrology. This role supports new and existing products and leads continuous-improvement initiatives.
What you will do
- Design and develop injection molds, molding processes, manufacturing systems, and techniques.
- Identify and implement system/process improvements and cost-reduction projects.
- Create and maintain manufacturing process documentation.
- Develop and perform tight-tolerance measurement methods.
- Provide day-to-day technical support to production operations and troubleshoot equipment issues.
- Procure new equipment and training and coordinate repairs for manufacturing machinery.
- Analyze customer returns to determine root causes of failures or complaints.
- Lead and mentor Process Technicians and hourly associates on assigned projects.
- Deliver process and equipment training to production staff.
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, or a related engineering field.
- Solid understanding of statistical techniques (DOE, Measurement R&R, SPC).
- Working knowledge of machining, tooling, fixturing, and assembly practices.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications.
Nice to have
- Experience with mechanical (indicators, micrometers) and electronic metrology (CMM, CT, interferometry, confocal microscopy)
- Exposure to hydraulic and pneumatic control system installation, troubleshooting, or repair
- Familiarity with PLCs, data-acquisition hardware, and industrial software programming
- Hands-on experience with a 3D CAD system
Benefits
- Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus potential
- 4 weeks of PTO
- Health, dental, and vision plans
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match and planning resources
- Paid time off, holidays, and employee recognition programs
- Community engagement and STEM outreach opportunities
- Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates
Before you apply
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- This position does not provide sponsorship.
- Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future are not eligible for hire.
About the company
US Conec, Ltd. is a global company that creates innovative connectivity solutions. They specialize in precision engineering, injection molding, and plastics manufacturing.